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Sweden to Prosecute Two Men in Stockholm for Quran Burnings as Hate Crimes

Aug 28, 2024, 11:19 AM

Swedish prosecutors have announced that two men will face trial in Stockholm for burning the Quran in a series of incidents in 2023. The actions, which took place outside a mosque and other public locations, have been charged as incitement against an ethnic group and hate crimes. These incidents sparked widespread outrage across the Muslim world and heightened fears of jihadist attacks. One of the men, Salwan Momika, is specifically charged with inciting ethnic hatred and expressing contempt for Muslims. The Swedish Security Service has been involved in the case due to the potential security implications.